KUNM Call In Show 9/1 8a:
New Mexico produces the majority of chile in the U.S. according to the New Mexico Chile Association, and the crop brings millions the state. This fruit has become an integral part of our economy and our culture. Yet the industry faces serious challenges, with declining acreage and labor shortages.
What is the history of chile in New Mexico? What would you like to know about this plant that is so important to our state? What does chile mean for you and your family? Join the conversation. Email callinshow@kunm.orgor call in live during the show.
Guests:
- Dave DeWitt, Food Historian and advocate for Chile Pepper Institute
- John Sichler, Founder of Sichler Farms, Albuquerque
- Isaura Andaluz, member of Save New Mexico Seeds Coalition
- Michelle Miller, Executive Director for New Mexico Chile Association
Further Reading:
- Why Are Grocery Stores So Hot For Hatch Chile Peppers? - KUT Radio
- How New Mexico Chile Certification Program Works- NM Chile Association
- Coalition Pokes Holes In New Mexico’s Chile Certification Program - KOAT-TV
- Save New Mexico Seeds Opposes Trademarking NM Chiles
- NMSU Researchers Confirm Consumer Willingness To Pay More For NM Chile - New Mexico State University
- A Passion For Peppers: The Movement To Save New Mexico’s Treasured Chiles - Yes Magazine
- Troubled New Mexico Green Chile Faces Uncertain Future - Associated Press
- It’s Law: New Mexico Green Chilies Are Special - NPR
- New Mexico Hatch Chile Labeling Dispute Heats Up - Associated Press
- Chile or Chili? - MJ's Kitchen